One ticket could cost you a lot more than just a fine. Let us help you stop it from spiraling out of control.
Maybe you’re heading through Lancaster on Highway 9 after a long workday, and suddenly, blue lights fill your rearview mirror. Maybe you were rushing through Indian Land traffic and didn’t notice the speed drop. Or maybe you swerved slightly to avoid something in the road, and now you're being cited for reckless driving.
What happens now? Do you just pay the fine and hope for the best? Will this affect your license or insurance? Is it really worth fighting in court?
The truth is that traffic tickets in South Carolina carry more weight than most people realize. Paying a ticket is the same as pleading guilty. That means points on your license, higher insurance rates, and possibly even a suspension—depending on your driving history and the charge.
At Barboza Law, we help people across Lancaster County challenge traffic tickets, protect their driving record, and keep their lives on track.
Whether you were pulled over in Lancaster, caught in rush hour in Indian Land, or ticketed on a rural road in Kershaw or Heath Springs, we’re ready to step in and fight your ticket. Here are some of the most common violations we handle:
Reckless Driving
Charged when an officer believes your driving showed “willful disregard” for safety. It’s a criminal offense, not just a ticket—and it puts 6 points on your license. We work to get charges reduced or dismissed, especially when it’s based on subjective judgment.
Speeding – All Levels
Speeding may seem minor, but points add up quickly in South Carolina:
We can examine radar calibration, officer procedures, and road conditions to challenge these tickets and avoid stacking penalties.
This is a growing issue in South Carolina. If you fail to switch lanes—or at least slow down—for emergency personnel, police, or tow trucks, you could be looking at serious fines. We defend drivers accused of not complying, especially when road conditions or traffic made it unsafe to move over.
Whether it’s running a red light or rolling through a stop sign, these tickets come with 4 points and are often issued based on quick decisions made by the officer. We use dashcam footage, witness statements, and timing data to challenge what actually happened.
Drifting, swerving, or veering outside your lane—even briefly—can land you with this 4-point violation. It’s common in rural areas and during heavy traffic near Indian Land or Lancaster city limits. We review road conditions and vehicle issues that may have played a role.
South Carolina’s point system is unforgiving:
Don’t assume you don’t have a case. Even minor errors in how a ticket was issued—or how equipment was used—can lead to a dismissal or reduction. And for many of our clients, keeping a clean record means keeping a job, a license, and peace of mind.
At Barboza Law, we don’t just show up in court—we prepare, challenge, and defend like everything is on the line. Because for you, it is. We work directly with clients throughout Lancaster County to:
Whether you’re a commuter in Indian Land, a parent rushing through Heath Springs, or a college student in Lancaster, we know how fast a traffic stop can become a serious problem.
Sabreena Barboza is a respected criminal and traffic defense attorney serving drivers across South Carolina. At Barboza Law, we combine aggressive legal strategy with personal, client-focused service that treats every case like it matters—because it does.
From reckless driving to failure to maintain a lane, we’ve handled it all—and won. If you’ve been ticketed anywhere in Lancaster County, don’t just pay it. Let us take a look at the charges and build your defense.
Call Barboza Law or fill out the online form to schedule your consultation. We’re here to protect your license, your record, and your future.
